Iraq n' Roll
Iraq n' Roll is a documentary film. directed by Gili Gaon. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dudu Tassa, Yair Dalal, and Schlomo Al-Kuwaiti
Synopsis
Salah and Daud Al-Kuwaiti, Jewish musicians in Iraq in the 1930's, are considered the creators of modern Iraqi music, and two of the greatest Arab musicians in history. In the 1950's they immigrated to Israel, where no one paid attention to their music. They forbade their family members to become musicians, lest they experience the same pain. Despite this, Daud's grandson, Dudu Tassa is a leading performer in today's Israeli rock scene. Releasing an album which features the original music of the Al-Kuwaitis in modern style, Dudu attempts to bridge time, space and culture, healing the family's pain.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iraq n' Roll about?
Salah and Daud Al-Kuwaiti, Jewish musicians in Iraq in the 1930's, are considered the creators of modern Iraqi music, and two of the greatest Arab musicians in history. In the 1950's they immigrate...
Who directed Iraq n' Roll?
Iraq n' Roll was directed by Gili Gaon.
How long is Iraq n' Roll?
Iraq n' Roll has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Iraq n' Roll?
The main cast of Iraq n' Roll includes Dudu Tassa, Yair Dalal, Schlomo Al-Kuwaiti.